Bussin' With The Boys Mario Cristobal Reacts To Miami Win Over FSU & Field Yates Gives Expert NFL Fantasy Tips | Bussin'
Oct 7, 2025
Mario Cristobal, head coach of the Miami Hurricanes and former player, discusses a cultural shift at Miami and how he’s guiding the team toward the College Football Playoffs after a big win over Florida State. He emphasizes the importance of roster construction and player focus. Field Yates, ESPN fantasy football analyst, shares insights into league drama and gives practical advice for fantasy managers, including recovery strategies for a rough start. Expect hilarious anecdotes about league punishments that keep competition lively!
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Raw Leadership From Day One
- Mario Cristobal recounts Cam Ward immediately asserting leadership by gathering receivers and calling routes on day one.
- When a receiver refused, Ward challenged him and the player came back, showing Ward's competitive tone earned buy-in.
Bring Transfers In Early And Compete
- Get new transfers to campus early and run competitive work to build relationships fast.
- Force shared hard work so players learn to respect and trust each other through action.
Roster Construction Beyond Traditional Recruiting
- Cristobal links modern roster construction to many recruitment avenues: portal, JUCO, overseas and walk-ons.
- He argues the mix plus a culture-first approach accelerates rapid rebuilds.